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Comprehensive Practice Set - Society: Globalisation & Social Change

Topic-wise practice set on globalisation & social change for OPSC OAS Mains GS-I.

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    Part of the General Studies-I question bank for OPSC (OAS) Mains.

    A comprehensive, topic-wise practice set of 21 questions on Globalisation & Social Change for OPSC (OAS) Mains General Studies-I. 10 of them have been set in an actual paper — the years and exams are printed against each (2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020). The rest are practice questions on the same syllabus points.

    Write to the paper. GS-I answers run from 5 to 20 marks depending on the question — check the marks against each one and size your answer accordingly. Attempt the dated questions first: those are the ones that have actually come.

    Previous year questions

    No.QuestionAsked in
    1

    Do you think digital technology promotes social empowerment? Explain with examples.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2026
    10 marks
    2

    Evaluate the impact of globalization on Indian youths with reference to social, political, economic and cultural spheres.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2026
    15 marks
    3

    Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture? Justify your answer.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2025
    10 marks
    4

    Globalization has increased urban migration by skilled, young, unmarried women from various classes. How has this trend impacted upon their personal freedom and relationship with family?

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2025
    15 marks
    5

    Does urbanization lead to more segregation and/or marginalization of the poor in Indian metropolises?

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2024
    15 marks
    6

    Why is caste identity in India both fluid and static?

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2024
    15 marks
    7

    Discuss the impact of post-liberal economy on ethnic identity and communalism.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2024
    15 marks
    8

    Elucidate the relationship between globalization and new technology in a world of scarce resources, with special reference to India.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2023
    15 marks
    9

    How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2022
    15 marks
    10

    Examine the role of 'Gig Economy' in the process of empowerment of women in India.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2021
    10 marks
    11

    Discuss the main objectives of Population Education and point out the measures to achieve them in India in detail.

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2021
    15 marks
    12

    What is Cryptocurrency? How does it affect global society? Has it been affecting Indian society also?

    UPSC Mains GS-I 2021
    15 marks
    13

    In what ways was India a diverse and multicultural society? Why was it considered so and how did it differ from other societies of Asia and Europe? Explain with examples.

    OPSC OAS Mains 2022
    20 marks

    Practice questions

    No.QuestionSource
    14

    Briefly explicate the impact of globalization on India's educational system which majorly incline towards curriculum development, instructional strategies, and outcomes.

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    15

    What are some of the problems faced by migrants in urban areas of India? Suggest some policy reforms to address these problems.

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    16

    Assess the challenges of slum rehabilitation in major Indian cities in the context of sustainable urbanization.

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    17

    Evaluate the effects of globalisation on the social mobility and empowerment of lower castes in India.

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    18

    Diversity and pluralism in India are often seen threatened due to Globalisation. How far do you agree with this statement?

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    19

    A Uniform Civil Code is a much-needed step for India to move forward in the 21st century. Critically analyse.

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    20

    "Critically examine how globalization has led to the strengthening & dilution of regional cultures?

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    21

    Delve into the concept of cultural intelligence and elucidate its critical importance in the age of globalisation. What multi-layered strategies can India implement to cultivate cultural intelligence among its citizens?

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